Some of you may have seen or heard on the news today that the Mistle thrush is disapearing from our gardens. Results from the RSPB's annual survey suggested that the birds are in in fewer than half the gardens they were 10 years ago. Estimates put the population at just 170,000 breading pairs and experts … Continue reading RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
Cockney Sparrow Count
It may be short notice, but there is still time to take part in the RSPB's Cockney sparrow count - see below for details. Help London’s house sparrows and take part in the RSPB Cockney Sparrow Count 18 June to 12 July! The Cockney sparrow was once a regular fixture in our London gardens, parks … Continue reading Cockney Sparrow Count
Hilly Fields Bird Watch
The Friends of Hilly Fields pleased to confirm that they will be holding their usual Big Bird Watch in Hilly Fields next weekend - 29 January 2012, 10.30am-12.30pm. Glendale will bring materials for making bird feeders. You don’t need to be an expert, we’ll have our expanded team of bird champions on hand to lead bird surveys. They are … Continue reading Hilly Fields Bird Watch